Judge Dismisses Federal Lawsuit Against Four New Jersey 'Sanctuary' Cities

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Justice Department. The suit targeted four 'sanctuary' cities located in New Jersey. Judge Evelyn Padin issued the ruling, finding the federal challenge flawed. The core issue was the lawsuit's failure to also contest a specific state directive. This directive from New Jersey limits how local authorities can cooperate. It specifically restricts their interaction with federal immigration agents. The judge's decision means the federal government's case cannot proceed. This ruling upholds the current status of the 'sanctuary' policies in these cities.